Does exercising on a motorised treadmill help lose weight?

Q:I am a 39 years old male. I am 170 cm tall and weigh 82 kg. I want to lose weight. Is exercising on a motorised treadmill better than doing muscle exercises?

A:A treadmill covers the cardio aspect the fitness triangle and exercising on the muscles, whether machines, or elastic bands, or weights, aim at strengthening the muscular system. Both are recommended for overall fitness as well as flexibility exercises like yoga. At your age, it would be recommended to do cardio at last 20-40 minutes 3-6 times a week. To work on your muscles 2-3 times each week, covering all groups of muscles. Flexibility exercises can be undergone every day.